Automotive Services
Why Bill’s Low Cost Transmission?
Our service staff is trained to advise you of the most reliable service and with repair recommendations that fit your driving habits. Our ASE Certified technicians use the latest diagnostic equipment and information systems available. All technicians have a minimum of forty hours training yearly. You can be assured that you will receive personal, efficient, dependable service and the most reliable value for your service dollar.
Complete Computerized Engine Analysis
Today vehicle's computers operate everything from air conditioning, radios, air bags, alarm systems, anti-lock braking systems, traction control, ride control, cruise control, electronic digital and analog instrument panels, automatic transmissions, and last but not least, emission and engine controls. Computers electronic parts are easily damaged by improper installation or testing and are very sensitive to voltage overloads; it does not take much of a voltage spike to ruin a component. The major manufacturers have reported that as high as 80% of all computers returned for repair were found to be alright! For this reason, a complete computerized engine analysis can save you money by correctly diagnosing your vehicle's problems the first time! It is even more important to choose a shop that has experienced ASE Certified Master Technicians, the latest computerized diagnostic equipment and a computerized information system.
Tune-Up?
Today's automobiles do not require tune-ups. Automobile manufacturers have set forth in their recommended maintenance schedules specific intervals for replacing spark plugs, PCV valves, fuel filters etc. Concurrently, they recommend other items related to engine operation (such as ignition timing, idle speed and other emission control related devises) be checked for proper operation and or adjustment.
Spark Plug Wires, Distributor Cap and Rotor
After 60,000 miles it is highly recommended that spark plug wires, distributor cap and rotor be replaced; yet on distributor less ignition just the spark plug wires need replacing. Reason being, under hood vehicle electrical components over time are exposed to moisture, oil, grease and temperature that can rise as high as 550 to 700 degrees. As a result, spark plug wires, distributor cap/rotor and insulation break down creating an easier or alternative path to ground.
Electrical System Analysis
Your electrical system is comprised of two major systems - a charging system and a starting system. A battery that goes bad can be the result of several problems; over charging, electrical drain as a result of a short or under charging as a result of a bad drive belt, voltage regulator or alternator. The charging system keeps the battery from going dead as the demand for more voltage is required as a result of accessory load. The charging system is comprised of an alternator, voltage regulator and the belt that drives the alternator.
Your starting system is comprised of a starter motor, starter solenoid, starter relay, neutral safety switch and ignition switch. Starter solenoids and relays can be either mounted on, or made as a part of the starter and some can even be mounted in remote locations. A vehicle that doesn't crank may or may not totally be caused by the starter. Your starting system is less complex but just as important. The battery must have enough capacity to turn the starter and overcome the resistance in the engine. That's why checking the charging system is necessary. Diagnosing the starter system requires several different tests. A starter draw test will determine if the starter is drawing more amperage than is needed to turn the engine over. A circuit test will determined if all the other components are working properly and that voltage is present when and where it is needed. An electrical analysis can save you money and future headaches by diagnosing the problem right the first time!
Air Conditioning Service - Recommended yearly
Your air conditioning should be checked for proper operation and Freon charge at least once a year. Freon is very hard to contain in an automotive system. R12 and R134 systems operate in the same manner. R134 has lighter gas compounds and is more sensitive to leakage. The seals, oils, components and connections are designed specifically for the 134 system. R12 systems are no longer being manufactured. Air conditioning compressors operate at different speeds due to engine RPM.
We at Bill’s Low Cost Transmission & Automotive Repair are certified by ASE in proper handling of refrigerant, and have the equipment to handle both R12 and the new R134A refrigerant along with some of the most sophisticated leak detection equipment now available.
Brake System Flush - Recommended every two years or every 30,000 miles
This service helps maintain brake system function by removing harmful moisture. Moisture reduces brake fluid's ability to absorb heat by lowering the fluid's boiling point. Moisture also collects in the lower points of the hydraulic system causing rust and sludge to form. These conditions, left uncorrected, cause brake fade, pitting of caliper pistons, wheel cylinder and master cylinder bores which leads to brake fluid leakage, contamination of friction material or in extreme cases loss of braking completely.
Cooling System Flush - Recommended every two years or every 30,000 miles
As your engine heats and cools, deposits of metal are introduced into your radiator. This is a normal process. As this happens, the PH of your antifreeze and water mixture is changing and can be very corrosive causing your engine, radiator, water pump and other cooling system components to collect these metal deposits. The deposits cause early failure of cooling system components.
Fuel System Service - Recommended every two years or every 30,000 miles
Although today's gasoline contains deposit control additives, deposit formation on intake valves and sludge deposits are still a problem. Valve deposits can cause cold starts, stalling and hesitation. Carbon deposits in the combustion chamber can cause power robbing detonation and detrimental engine damage. Sludge deposits on throttle plates can cause annoying stalling. By introducing solvents into the intake system and through injection systems these deposits can be reduced and controlled.
Power Steering Flush - Recommended every two years or every 30,000 miles
Most people at one time or another have encountered a power steering problem with a power steering pump, hoses, gearbox or rack and pinion. Failures could be anything from noise, leaks or stiffness when first starting the car. Power steering fluid is designed for power steering systems, different manufacturers sometimes require different fluids.
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